How much jointing compound do I need?

[stevenroyals]

Hi

I've worked out how much gyprock I need to do a few jobs around the house, new robes etc. I'm not sure how much
-jointing compound
-stud adhesive
-cornice cement
-paper joint tape I will need.

Gyprock 4 sheets of 3000x1200, 16 sheets of 2400x1200, and 1 sheet of 1200x4200

Thanks
Steve

[MrFixIt]

Hi

The suppliers should be able to advise this. I went to CSR (in Balcatta WA) and they were VERY helpful. Try CSR over there if they have an outlet

[Pulse]

Steve,
I had 70 sheets to hang, I supplied materials for the plasterer, I think he used 40kg (2bags) of base coat, 30kg (1.5 tubs) of topcoat and about 1 large container of stud adhesive.

You'll find the big bags are cheap at trade prices so just buy one big bag or container of each. To make the stuff last till the next project use cling wrap on top before putting the lids on.

If you need to do ceilings ask for a free loan of a sheet lifter with the gyprock, it will save you $80 per day.

Good Luck
Pulse

[rod@plasterbrok]

Hi you need one of each.

We are creating a calculator on our website to work this out for people.

They will only have to enter a few fields and it will calculate all the sundry items for them.

Ps. Get full size bags/buckets etc. You will have a bit left over but you wont run out.

Cheers Rod Dyson

[Bluegum]

Be good to se it Rod I have just gyprocked what will become our nursery. At least i will be able to work it out before going to my supplier with a bit more of an idea.

[rod@plasterbrok]

I ts will take few more weeks yet.

I"ve created the form page (not on display), now I'm writing the spript for all the math.

If I get this one right I hope to create another that calculates the entire job. That will be a huge job that will take months.

Cheers

Rod Dyson

Plasterbrokers